City of Torrance
INTERACTIVE COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (STAFF ASSISTANT) (ON-CALL)
SALARY
$22.42 - $34.77 Hourly
LOCATION
Torrance, CA
JOB TYPE
Part-time
JOB NUMBER
17121332
DEPARTMENT
Varies
OPENING DATE
12/05/2017
CLOSING DATE
Continuous
SALARY
$22.42 - $34.77 Hourly
LOCATION
Torrance, CA
JOB TYPE
Part-time
JOB NUMBER
17121332
DEPARTMENT
Varies
OPENING DATE
12/05/2017
CLOSING DATE
Continuous
DESCRIPTION
- Looking to work a few extra hours?
The City of Torrance is currently taking applications for On-Call Interactive Communications Officers!
The City Manager's Office is seeking proactive, computer savvy candidates for the Interactive Communications Officers (ICO) positions. Under the leadership of the Office of Cable and Community Relations, Interactive Communications Officers disseminate time sensitive information to the public and coordinate interactive communications for the City of Torrance.
Interactive Communications Officers distribute information to the community during a disaster or an emergency; maintain the Disaster Telephone Hotline; and provide street and road closure messaging on CitiSOUNDS AM 1620 radio. ICO's also post, monitor, and create content for the City's official website and social media; provide continuous social media coverage for engagement; serve as account managers for all departments for interactive communications; and perform related work as required.
HOURS:
These are on-call shifts, as needed, positions that will be used to provide coverage when regular staff are unavailable. Four (4) guaranteed hours will be provided each month for training purposes; aside from these hours, there are no guaranteed hours. This is a 24 hour operation and these positions will work variable days and shifts as needed. Variable work hours include early-mornings, afternoons, evenings and late-night shifts. Shifts may also include weekends and holidays. Normal shifts are 12 hours (8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. or 8:00 p.m. - 8:00 a.m.) When reporting for work, ICO's must remain on the premises during their paid lunch hour. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Any combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and skills would be:Graduation from high school or equivalent and four (4) years of highly responsible executive support and/or administrative work in a public agency.
Or
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience such as an Associate's degree in Public or Business Administration or a related field and two (2) years of related experience.
Or
A Bachelor's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field.
License and/or Certificates:
Must possess and maintain an appropriate valid California driver's license.
Ideal Candidate:
In addition to the above requirements, the most successful candidate will possess the following:- A Bachelor's Degree or higher in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or other related field is preferred.
- A high degree of sensitivity to the public and constituencies;
- Experience in communications, public relations, and marketing;
- A clear understanding of journalistic standards;
- Strong writing and communication skills;
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize; and
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast paced environment.
HOW TO APPLY & EXAM PROCESS
Interested candidates must submit an online application and supplemental questionnaire at www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs. Application submissions will be accepted on a continuous basis until the position is filled. First review of applications will be those received by Tuesday, December 19, 2017 at 5:30 p.m.
Only those candidates who best meet the City and Department's needs will be invited to participate in the examination process, which will consist of the following components:
Performance Exam: Qualifying (Test date to be determined)
Panel Interview: 100% (Test date to be determined)SPECIAL NOTES
Applicants with disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact Human Resources.
As a condition of employment, candidates must pass a background check and a pre-employment medical examination.
The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract, and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.
- Employer
- City of Torrance
- Phone
-
310-618-2915
- Website
- http://www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs
- Address
-
3231 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, California, 90503
- Employer
- City of Torrance
- Phone
- 310-618-2915
- Website
- http://www.TorranceCA.Gov/Jobs
- Address
-
3231 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, California, 90503
- INTERACTIVE COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER (STAFF ASSISTANT) (ON-CALL) Supplemental Questionnaire
- * QUESTION 1
- Do you have a college degree?
- * QUESTION 2
- If yes, please specify the degree(s) you possess and the major course of study for each. (please type N/A if not applicable)
- * QUESTION 3
- How many years of professional administrative experience do you have?
- * QUESTION 4
- Do you have job-related experience in community relations or emergency notification?
- * QUESTION 5
- If yes, indicate the title of the position and briefly describe your experience. (please type N/A if not applicable)
- * QUESTION 6
- Do you have work experience with any of these social media platforms?
- * QUESTION 7
- Please describe in what capacity and how frequently you used the social media platforms indicated above. (please type N/A if not applicable)
- * QUESTION 8
- If you have experience with other social media platforms please list and describe. (please type N/A if not applicable)
- * QUESTION 9
- Do you have experience with maintaining or updating a website?
- * QUESTION 10
- If yes, briefly describe your website experience. (please type N/A if not applicable)
- * QUESTION 11
- Do you have experience working in a time sensitive emergency situation?
- * QUESTION 12
- If yes, please describe your time sensitive emergency situation experience(s) and how you dealt with the situation(s). (please type N/A if not applicable)
- * QUESTION 13
- Are you aware that this is an on-call, part-time position that may be required to work variable hours including early-mornings, afternoons, evenings and late-night shifts?
- * Required Question